We kick things off by grinding the existing concrete slab utilizing our concrete grinding machine fitted with 16 or 30 grit diamonds to expose the aggregate. Different aggregate exposure can be picked to achieve a nil stone exposure, very little stone exposure or maximum stone exposure. From there, we can continue increasing the diamond grit size based on your preference of finish. This will eliminate all scratches and flaws from the surface.

All concrete will have fractures present, however, with our distinct grouting process, we will repair cracks and fill holes that are within the concrete throughout the grinding and polishing process.

At this phase, you have the alternative to either apply a concrete coating for internal areas which is called a Grind and Seal or mechanically polishing the concrete as listed in the steps below. For external areas we can we seal with a penetrating sealer to provide a honed concrete finish or an anti slip concrete coating to provide a non slip grind and seal.

Hardening the concrete. Rather then applying a sealer or coating as mentioned above, to start the polishing process, we use concrete floor densifiers throughout the polishing process to improve durability. We can improve the density of the surface as much as 10-fold! It also helps prevent contaminants from building up over time.

Usually polish concrete starts with a 50-grit diamond resin pad. Based upon your preference of gloss, we will progressively increase the polishing pads appropriately. To achieve a very high gloss, we would finish the floor at an 1800 grit resin polishing pad.

Lastly, you’ll need to choose your gloss finish. There are three alternatives offered. Each has its own set of benefits, so let’s have a look at each one.

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural look that’s used in commercial floors and houses. It’s a low-maintenance alternative that will stay looking great for many years. Also, dust will not show up as quickly on a matte finish. That means that you won’t need to be as rigorous in your cleaning efforts. This is an outstanding choice for businesses that want a clean, smooth floor without having to do a great deal of maintenance.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s quite and easy to maintain. It’s an ideal option for storage facilities, factories, airport hangers, businesses, and more. Its level of shine is in between a matte and semi-gloss finish.

Semi-gloss finish polished concrete – This is a trendy option because you get the best of both worlds. It’s still low maintenance, but it’s very glossy and bright. Dust and dirt will have a hard time showing up, and you’ll get a lots of ambient light reflection. That means that you won’t have to invest as much on electricity to light up your store or house!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for customers that actually desire the wow factor for their floors It provides truly spectacular reflections that are sure to turn heads. This choice is popular in expensive houses, showrooms, and ritzy office spaces.

One of the very best features of polished concrete floors is that its a low maintenance flooring option. A easy schedule of mechanical and chemical routine maintenance is all that you need on your new floor! This will make sure that your concrete floors stays in the pristine condition that it was when you initially got it polished!

As a rule of thumb, you should carry out simple maintenance a couple of times a week. Keep in mind, everything comes down to how much heavy foot traffic is on your concrete floors in any given week. If your concrete sees a lot of heavy traffic each day, you need to clean it regularly. Ensure to:

Promptly tidy up any spills or dropped materials. This will help prevent etching and chemical stains on your floor!
Dry mop or auto scrub every day. For higher traffic areas, make sure to spot clean them often. As long as you dry mop the whole concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will remain looking wonderful.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaner offered by My Floor. A great deal of common cleaning agents found in stores are too extreme for polished concrete. More often than not, plain old water will do a great job. Non-reactive detergent are also sufficient to use.

To help keep the fantastic shine and durability of your floor, you need mechanical maintenance. My Floor can perform routine concrete cleaning and burnishing for your polished concrete floor. Below is a list of products and procedures we use to maintain your existing concrete floor.

Diamond impregnated concrete polishing pads, a buffer, floor burnisher, or auto scrubber

We attach the diamond-impregnated pads to the underneath of our floor burnisher. From there, we run the head over the whole of the polished concrete surface.

As you can see, maintaining your polished concrete floor isn’t a problem at all. After all, its low maintenance is a huge reason why consumers select polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the best polished concrete Tamaree have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Absolutely! Polished concrete is best for outside settings. Take some time to carefully choose the concrete sealer, and your concrete will be unaffected by dynamic environmental conditions like rain or sun. A reflective surface may be too glossy in direct sunlight, however a matte finish on your existing concrete may be better

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when damp. It all depends upon the type of polished concrete system that you use. Mechanical Polished Concrete services are ideal for indoor use. By nature, they are slip-resistant. This changes as soon as you add water into the equation. That’s when MPC floors end up being very slippery. If you’re searching for a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we recommend grind and seal or honed concrete rather. Just like with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we recommend to use an non slip sealer Once the surface has actually been sealed, it will end up being much less unsafe when wet.

Concrete will typically crack. My Floor can repair existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing phase, however if your concrete moves (which it more than likely will in time) these cracks may reappear again. Don’t panic to much about this, we provide a crack maintenance and repair service for a small charge to guarantee your cracks are taken care of throughout the lifespan of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired quickly with the right procedures. Call the polished concrete repair specialist to learn more about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

Based upon the type of system that you use, your polished concrete’s life expectancy can range from ten years to longer than 30! The primary elements are what you strike it with (a ballpoint pen for example), how well-protected it is against dust build up, and its level of traffic. Generally speaking, any trusted service provider will provide at least ten years guarantee on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. However, this depends greatly on how properly the slab is kept and how typically you engage in professional cleaning.